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BeTheLove

1) I'm great at holding people's private thoughts and fears with the strictest of confidence2) I'm loyal, loving, and at times I'm idealistic to my own detriment3) One of my earliest and greatest heartbreaks to date was when I was 8 years old and found out that Snow White wasn't real but just a fairy tale4) I hang up on solicitors before they can even get a word out5) I refer to testing positive as my Joan of Ark moment and don't even really know what the hell I mean by that6) I can't stand the Grateful Dead7) I believe that one of the most healing words in the English language is FUCK I couldn't hook up my own VCR with my life dependent upon it9) It took me a long time to trust that God isn't punishing me with my HIV10) I love Indian food and Sushi, and if I get to have sex and one of those food choices on the same day I consider myself truly blessedBONUS) I can't spell worth a shit and I was an English major in college...go figure...and thank God for spell check on this thing.

How about you? Tell me ten things you want me and others to know about you...

BeTheLove

I can't remember who it is on this site who quotes you, but I love the quote about having one foot in yesterday, one foot in tommorow--and pissing all over today... If I had a dime for every moment I wasn't living in the present I'd be a millionaire.

1. I am honest2. Loyal3. Trustworthy4. Procrastinating5. Blunt with my tongue/softer in writing6. Very sensitive7. Can be Very emotional or Very unemotional8. Very loving9. I can sing/write10. Love making friends worthy of me

BeTheLove

Question: If you were a song what song would you be? What song best illustrates your greatness?

And in regards to #4 on your list, check out this website that will give your take on procrastination a totally new twist. www.freerice.com It's lots of fun and makes me feel good about myself,...especially when I use it to ward off the procrastination guilt.

1) someone who hates to see people upset or sad2) who loves animals 3) loves traveling and being outdoors4) & loves to love5) wants to write a book even if no one ever reads it6) has a foul mouth (but much less in writing)7) battles lots of anxieties, sleep disorders, bad memories, all that crap is homesick but sick of home when was still there9) misses my parents a lot and worry about them pretty constantly10) a procrastinator if there ever was one...

also got a instead of an 8...

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"If you keep one foot in yesterday, and one in tomorrow, you piss all over today". Betty Tacy

BeTheLove

Regarding #5 on your list check out www.blub.com It's a pretty cool site where you can make your own book...you might be closer to publication than you think girl! And thanks for sharing your 10 things

1. I have a unique sense of humor. I amuse me all the time. 2. I've been known to break out in song and or dance in public places just for shock value and because its liberating not to care what others around you think.3. I am a avid book reader. my favorite is Dean Koontz I also like Stephen King4. I recycle even though I don't enjoy it5. I haven't been single for any longer than a few months at a time since I was 19. I was married for 10 years <he died> and had one live in relationship that lasted 2 years <he screwed up> and my current one is going on 5 years. <he is a peach>6. I live in Texas7. I am not married legally but I consider myself married. 8. I have had two children. Both sons. My oldest Aaron is now 18 and lives in an apartment. My youngest Justin was born HIV positive and passed away in 1997 at the age of 4. I have a step son 20, he is in a relationship. They have a daughter together, she is nearly 2 months old. 9. I am a caffeine and sugar junkie. I smoke cigarettes. But I'm not tolerant of most illegal drug use or excessive alcohol use. 10. I have a dirty mind.

1. I've lived with HIV (diagnosed) for 19 years.2. I'm a recovering addict.3. I'm cautious, but compassionate.4. I can admit when I'm wrong.5. I don't pretend to know all the answers.6. I'm a year away (hopefully) from completing a BS in psychology.7. I have an associate degree in Law Enforcement and am a Certified Executive Medical Assistant.8. I'm getting better at recognizing bullshit (with help sometimes).9. I keep things people tell me "in the vault."10. I love Goodwill's 50% off day.

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I've never killed anyone, but I frequently get satisfaction reading the obituary notices.-Clarence Darrow

1. I am a mother2. I love to spend time with my family and friends3. I'm very outgoing4. I make friends very easily5. I'm getting married6. I'm kinda spoiled by my family7. I love life8. I'm a strong believer in God and not ashamed of it9. I'm forgiven10. I am a year away from receiving my BSHA in Healthcare Adminstration.

1. loyal friend2. mischevious3. freak and proud of it4. adventurous5. love all kinds of music6. love ballroom dancing7. have a daughter, a son, and a grandson8. have a tattoo in honor of above9. always willing to help10.military brat

1. I have 6 kids2. I've been married for almost 15yrs3. I own 2 businesses and am still poor as dirt4. I have a very strong faith in God5. I homeschool our children6. I'm a family oriented homebody7. I love to crochet and cross-stitch8. I love to sew9. I love to read10. I'm a good cook

Before I post my list I want to let you all know that I have shared more with you all then I have shared with anyone in my life ever. I am 34 years old and there is no one else in this world that knows more about me then you all do. I don't know how I feel about that . . . anywho, here is my list . . .

1) I am a mother of 4 ladies and 1 lil' man2) I have been positive since I was 18 years old3) I've always loved women and only tolerate men4) I loose myself in others and put myself last often5) I am a non-practicing Muslim6) I am overly generous7) I've never been married I love to sing even though I can barely carry a tune9) I love oysters10) I feel blessed to have found this forum

1. I am a behind the scenes girl and hate attention.2. I am not married3. I can use a chainsaw and climb trees with it.4. I have a 9 yr old boy and 4 yr old BGB trip lets.5. I love to laugh and it is loud and obnoxious.6. I love York peppermint patties.7. I can't stand snobs or people who think they are better than anyone else.8. I don't like confrontation but will fight tooth and nails for the people I care about.9. I love to read crime thrillers and mysteries.10. I am also thankful for this forum and everyone here.

1. I love to read. I probably read on average a book a week.2. I hate confrontation and people who are condescending. 3. I love to sing and would love to learn to play the guitar, so I could maybe one day record a CD.4. I don't like small talk, so it's hard for me to meet people.5. I love to decorate.6. I love to wear dresses.7. I am a believer in Jesus. 8. I hope to one day be married and have kids. I really want to be a mommy. 9. I love monkeys.10. I have 2 tattoos and hope to get 2 more.

1. I am a great friend and keep my friends for life.2. I am also a great italian cook.3. I love animals4. I love children. 5. I am not a mom..never thought I would be.. 6. I am a good listener..5. I was a rehab conselor for a drug program named "Phoenix House" in NYC on the upper west side. I also was into drugs for 18 yrs..Glad thats over with. 7. I love to oil paint, love all the arts..8. Good with my hands, not so much with my head.9. I could of been dead too many times to count, ( not referring to hiv or aids) this one would need a thread of its own.. 10. 23 year suvivor.......of hiv/aids..

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Live Love Laugh and dance like no ones watching.Laughter is the best medicine, so try to have a laugh everyday..Even if your not feeling your best, think about something that was funny at one time in your life and work with it.. )

1. been poz 2yrs in July2. I live in South Africa, Johannesburg3. I have one adopted child4. Am a lawyer5. I am friendly, and like making friends6. I am compassionate7. Not married.8. trying to get out of a shitty relationship9. I love life10. I have one tattoo that I like scared of getting another

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tendai

1. I love cartoons and movies, even porn2. I cant dance3. I'm not the best cook in the world4. I'm quiet and reserved5. But i have a bit of a short temper6. I've never worn a g-string7. I'm afraid of the dark8. I've never been on open water but i know i have a phobia of it9. I have major trust issues when it comes to men and i'll never trust one enough to marry him10. I like security and stability so I'm scared of taking risks sometimes

Hi. I have been reading some of your blogs and I have to say you are very inspirational....... you have lifted my spirits and trust me ....... when I say this..... I'm still thinking 10 that I like about me...

Great thread, and I feel like most of you know much about me already, but here goes....

1) I love Heavy Metal.2) I got straight A's in 10th grade and graduated 6th in my class.3) I love shrimp cocktail.4) Limes make me horny.5) I own an electric guitar but don't know how to play.6) I am widowed 12 years.7) I have a huge collection of Stephen King hardbacks. I have NEVER EVER EVER been drunk.9) I have been on insulin for diabetes since 1981 (age 11).10) I am a city girl stuck in the country.

Just saw that "8" followed by parentheses turns into a "Cool Smiley" and 8 is my lucky number, lol.

1.) I went to culinary school 2.) I have an abnormal addiction to Craig's List3.) I love my cat Moe more than I love most people4.) I regret never having children, I would have made an awesome mother5.) I derive my self worth from doing a good job at and it's pretty much what defines me6.) I could hibernate for days without ever leaving my house and be completely content7.) I wish my brothers and sisters were proud of me8.) I am shy, but if you asked anyone who knew me, they would tell you differently9.) I fear I will be alone for the rest of my life10.) I push people away so as not to inflict my life on them

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"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves.."Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be?"

1. i am 43 and loving it2. I am a big flirt, but don't have a man 3. I have a foul mouth and speak my mind, and don't care what i say(Not good) LOL4. I have 3 grown boys, they are fine as hell, and they know it. (They make me sick)\5. I'm a freak and don't have anyone 2 share it with6. I'm honest 2 a fault7. I'm afraid I'm going 2 be alone 4 the rest of my life8. I just got a dog(A Beagle) and she driving me crazy9. I "LOVE" this Forum it is a God send, even though I'm not sure how 2 use it, I fell like I've known u ladies forever10. I'm loving life more now than when I was negative, me and HIV go figure?

Ladies almost a month I could not think of 10 things bout me now I can so here you Go:1. I love red wine & Martinis2 I'm 38...but look 28 and that's the truth! : )3. I' a gym fanatic!4. I have discover that I'm a very strong person and have lifted myself up from the lowest of the lowest5. That I don't need a man to support me6. I would like to find "Mr. Right" to be truly love and be love in return7. I'm a freaking Romantic!!8. All my life have gone from diet to diet now........ I don't die anymore!! just learn to eat healthy and exercise! : )9. I like going to the movies from time to time and have the buttery popcorn10. I love to sleep in and be lazy specially on rainy days!